Antique Questions - U
I have a set of Universal Cambridge mixing bowls, orchid pattern - I'm looking for info on this type of kitchen ware.
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I have a set of Universal Cambridge mixing bowls, orchid pattern - I'm looking for info on this type of kitchen ware. Universal Potteries, Inc. of Cambridge, Ohio operated from 1934 - 1960.
In early 1934, the Oxford Pottery Company, which was the successor to the Atlas-Globe China Company, reorganized and took the name The Universal Potteries. It continued to manufacture semi-vitreous dinnerware, kitchenware, and specialty ware. It ceased producing these wares in 1954 and turned to tile manufacturing. In 1960, the name was changed to the Oxford Tile Company, Division of Universal Potteries. The plant closed in 1976.
Universal was noted for its use of the Cat-tail decal in the late 1930s through the 1940s. In her 1982 dinnerware book Jo Cunningham says Universal used the Cat-tail decal on their Camwood shape, their Old Holland shape and Laurelle shape. Much Cat-tail decorated ware was distributed by Sears, Roebuck & Co.
Universal was also know for its Ballerina ware. The BALLERINA mark dates from the late 1940s through the 1950s.
Sources: DeBolt's Dictionary of American Pottery Marks,
Duke's Pottery and Porcelain
Schroeder's Antique Price Guide
I could not find any reference to the orchid decal. If you are able to determine the name of the shape, it may be easier to research. The expert listed in Schroeder's is:
Ted Haun
2426 N. 700 East
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 628-7028
